Consultant, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property Compliance

Ryan•Hunt Valley, MD

1d•$65,500 - $81,950•Hybrid

About The Position

The Abandoned and Unclaimed Property Consultant works with a team to help clients comply with state unclaimed property laws. Compliance work may include process-oriented tasks, mailing search letters to lost owners where required by law, helping prepare annual unclaimed property reports, and coordinating state payments where applicable. The Consultant is expected to be detail-oriented and highly organized, contribute to positive team member experiences, provide excellent client service, and support the Firm’s revenue and profitability. The role involves regular collaboration with colleagues, clients, tax authorities, and external vendors. It is hybrid, with an expectation to work in the office at least three days per week and potentially more during busy season. Independent travel may be up to 10–20%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or another degree with a master’s degree in a business discipline or a JD; Business Analytics and Business Computer Information Systems are also listed.
At least 9 accounting credit hours with a 3.0 GPA or higher, and a major GPA of 3.25.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet navigation and research.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments and ambiguity, and work independently as well as with professionals at all levels.
Ability to work in a high-energy team environment.

Responsibilities

Create a positive team member experience.
Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
Support senior consultants and management in the Abandoned and Unclaimed Property practice with client-related tasks and communicate effectively.
Become technically proficient with Ryan’s unclaimed property reporting software.
Analyze and process client additions, removals, and updates to the unclaimed property database.
Identify, prepare, mail, and track owner outreach letters where required by law.
Prepare and assemble state unclaimed property reports where required by law.
Prepare and maintain detailed notes on state-specific and client-specific processes.
Use strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills in communications.
Complete tasks promptly and accurately; organize and prioritize multiple tasks under time constraints.
Safeguard confidential information and demonstrate a strong work ethic and integrity.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Hybrid work options.
Generous paid time off benefits.
14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents, including adoption.
Monthly gym membership or gym equipment reimbursement.
Benefits eligibility effective on day one.
401(k) with employer match.
Tuition reimbursement after one year of service.
Fertility assistance program.
Eligibility for a four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years of service.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation.